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Avery Hixson

Avery Hixson, Reporter

Class of 2023

I like photography, playing lacrosse, and hanging out with my friends.

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Merck and Ridgeback Biotheraputics new anti-viral COVID pill is undergoing experimentation. It must be approved to begin distribution. Photo courtesy of Mpelletier1.

The New COVID-19 Antiviral Pill Provides a Way to Slow Down the Pandemic

October 14, 2021
American troops have recently pulled out of Afghanistan which saved the lives of many American service members. Photo courtesy of CPL Sam Shepherd.

The Good and Bad Aspects of Biden’s Withdrawal of Troops from Afghanistan

October 7, 2021
Construction continues to advance slowly at the side of the school. Currently, the builders are working on expanding the new math department and improving accessibility to the added classrooms.

Students Weigh In on Effects of Schoolwide Construction

October 5, 2021
Bridgette Moravec 24 makes a fast break down the midfield with the ball in her stick. Moravec gained possession after a hard defensive fight from the Warriors against Prosper.

GALLERY: Varsity Womens’ Lacrosse Competes in Tournament vs. Southlake and Prosper

March 4, 2021
Tripping up her defender, Megan Molloy 21 sprints down the field against Prosper. She gained possession from a ground ball fight with the player she was defending.

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March 4, 2021
With a deadly swing of her stick, Sarah Poppe 22 whips a shot into the goal. This shot was a penalty shot, caused by a shooting space call on the opposing defense.

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March 4, 2021
After the opposing team gains possession, Joy Yang 22, Sarah Poppe 22, and Bridgette Moravec 24 form a lethal triple team. This defensive move led to a recovery of the ball by Poppe.

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March 4, 2021
Sprinting towards the goal, Evan Shores 21 takes on two defenders. She successfully gets the ball into the goal.

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March 4, 2021
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March 4, 2021
After it gets knocked loose, Sasha Brown 23 fights to retrieve the ball from the opposing team. Brown then successfully steals it and makes a pass.

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March 4, 2021
Katie Forshay 23 races to get control of the ball after it was turned lose against Dripping Springs. The Warriors were able to notch a solid win against Vista Ridge in the early goings of district play.

[Photo] JV Girls' Soccer Defeats Vista Ridge 2-0

January 28, 2021
After a rough fight with Dripping Springs, Tayte Webster 23 makes a fast break down the field. The fast break leads to her first goal of the game.

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January 28, 2021
Kate Cooper 24 boxes out her defender to get the ball back into Westwoods control. After a short fight she snatches it back and continues the play.

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January 28, 2021
Tayte Webster 23 defends the player with the ball as she runs to attempt to score. She successfully stops the opposing attackers and Westwood regains control.

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January 28, 2021
With the ball soaring towards the sideline, Issabella Garcia 21 swiftly brings it back into her control. It was knocked out of her possession right before by her defender.

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January 28, 2021
Leah Wang 23 sprints to recover the ball from her opponents after briefly losing it. Despite being outnumbered, Wang stole it back.

[Photo] GALLERY: Varsity Girls' Soccer Defeats Dripping Springs

January 18, 2021
During the halftime show, Faye Merritt 23 leaps into the air. The Sundancers performed to Confident by Demi Lovato.

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January 18, 2021
After a long fight to score, Robbie Jeng 21 scores a touchdown. This was Jengs second touchdown of the game.

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January 18, 2021
The Westwood Sundancers dance to the bands song of celebration. The song was played for Westwoods first touchdown of the game.

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January 18, 2021
Westwood calls a play just before the whistle. This led to an offensive run.

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January 18, 2021
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January 18, 2021
Tension on the court increases as Jessica Lu 21 prepares to serve the ball while Dana Kardonik 24 waits patiently at the net for her opponents next swing.

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January 18, 2021
Rishika Vemulapali 22 prepares to serve the ball. This was in her doubles match with Alex Mepham 24.

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January 18, 2021
As the ball soars towards him, Nicolas Pesoli 21 winds up to send the ball across the net. This was one of his two winning matches of the day. It felt great being out there with the whole team, Pesoli said. It didnt really feel any different after quarantine, it just felt good to get back out there.

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January 18, 2021
With a strong toss-up, Aashish Dhanani 22 prepares to serve the ball. After trouncing Round Rock, the varsity team rode their hot streak to a dominant victory over Vandegrift. The matches went amazing. We got a quick lead in doubles and we were able to finish off the match in the singles round with a final score of 18-1, Dhanani said.

[Photo] GALLERY: Varsity Tennis Squares Off vs. Vandegrift

September 26, 2020
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